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Home Our Services Other Materials Testing 16 CFR Part 1630——Standard for the Surface Flammability of Carpets and Rugs

16 CFR Part 1630——Standard for the Surface Flammability of Carpets and Rugs

Source：Besa Testing

Scope of Application and Product Definition:

Applicability:This standard applies to all carpets and mats used as floor coverings that are manufactured,imported,or sold in the United States,regardless of their manufacturing method,fiber composition(natural or synthetic),or structure.

“Carpets and mats(large)”definition:

A product with a dimension greater than 6 feet(approximately 1.83 meters)and a surface area greater than 24 square feet(approximately 2.23 square meters).

This includes “square carpet tiles” that are used to achieve the aforementioned dimensions after assembly.

This includes mats, hides with natural or synthetic fibers, and similar products.

 

 

Products Not Applicable:

Elastic floor coverings, such as oilcloth, asphalt bricks, and vinyl floor tiles.

Indicates and is intended solely for use on outdoor carpets and mats.

Unique products (such as antiques, Oriental rugs, and animal hides) may be excluded from testing under the conditions specified by the CPSC.

Relationship to Part 1631: For “small carpets and mats” that have neither side exceeding 6 feet in length nor an area greater than 24 square feet, 16 CFR Part 1631 applies.


Core testing method:Pill Test The core of this standard is a simple yet rigorous testing method used to assess the flammability resistance of a carpet’s surface to small ignition sources.


Common high-risk product types:

The CPSC notes that the following untreated types typically fail the tests under Part 1630:

Long-staple/puffed area rugs.

A carpet with a layer of polyurethane foam for cushioning.


Violations and Recalls:

If a carpet or pad fails to meet these standards,the CPSC has the authority to order a recall from distribution channels at all levels,including from retailers.For products that have already been distributed to consumers(including installed carpets),the CPSC also has the authority to order repairs,replacements,or refunds if they constitute a“substantial product hazard.”